information technology
noun
: the technology involving the development, maintenance, and use of computer systems, software, and networks for the processing and distribution of data
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Cybersecurity Is About Competitiveness Too often, cybersecurity is discussed as a compliance requirement or an information technology expense.
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Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
The state agency says it's worked with information technology vendors and providers over the last six months to develop the approach.
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Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
Designed to strengthen election integrity and foster leadership, the year-long program provides education on election administration, including election law, cybersecurity, information technology and operational best practices, the release said.
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Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
However, unlike previous information technologies, AI is not merely storing information or transmitting it.
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Sreedhar Potarazu,
Baltimore Sun,
20 June 2026
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Emil Sayegh,
Forbes.com,
4 July 2026
The state agency says it's worked with information technology vendors and providers over the last six months to develop the approach.
—
Nick Lentz,
CBS News,
26 June 2026
Designed to strengthen election integrity and foster leadership, the year-long program provides education on election administration, including election law, cybersecurity, information technology and operational best practices, the release said.
—
Post-Tribune,
Chicago Tribune,
21 June 2026
However, unlike previous information technologies, AI is not merely storing information or transmitting it.
—
Sreedhar Potarazu,
Baltimore Sun,
20 June 2026
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“Information technology.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/information%20technology. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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